Escort - Direct Wire Smartcord - Red
Customers are saying
Customers consistently note the Direct Wire Smartcord for its ease of use and professional-looking installation. Many appreciate its sleek appearance and the convenience of the mute button. While the cord length could be longer for some users, customers appreciate that it eliminates the need for a cigarette lighter connection.
Cord measurements
13 feet total: 4 feet from control box to fuse box. 9 feet from control box to radar detector.
No more dangle
The Direct Wire SmartCord is able to power your detector without use of your cigarette lighter power outlet, creating a clean, simple aesthetic in your interior.
Compatibility
Works with all current generation Escort windshield-mounted detectors.
Convenience
The handy design puts Mute Button, Alert Lamp and Power Indicator within reach.
Keep it quiet
The mute button also allows for instant manual AutoLearn lockouts with a triple press.
- Cable Length13 feetConnector Type (End 1)SpadeConnector Type (End 2)RJ11
Reviews
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 472 reviews
- Ease of use (122)
- Installation (74)
- Appearance (43)
- Mute Button (18)
- Quality (18)
- Cord Length (22)
- Cigarette Lighter (3)
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| Pros for Escort - Direct Wire Smartcord - Red | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ease of use, Installation, Appearance, Mute Button, Quality | Installation, Ease of use, Remote Start, Overall Performance, Security | There were no pros for this product— | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for Escort - Direct Wire Smartcord - Red | |||
| Cord Length, Cigarette Lighter | Hood, Battery Life, Issues, Sensitivity, Starter | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |


























































